Early National Period

This unit explores the period of early national growth during the first half of the 19th century-- this will include territorial growth as well as political, economic, and social development. The period will include the administrations of Jefferson through Tyler (1800-1845.)

Lecture 1- What was the significance of the Election of 1800? How did President Jefferson represent a new political direction-- accomplishments?Textbook references Chapter 8 (pages 255- 256,) Chapter 9 (pages 259-268.)

Election of 1800 and Thomas Jefferson ‎(accomplishments)‎

Election of 1800 and Thom...fferson ‎(accomplishments)‎

Lecture 2- What challenges did President Jefferson face? Focus on the Federalist Court and the emerging conflict with Britain.Textbook references Chapter 9 (pages 262-263, 269-271.)

Jefferson ‎(challenges)‎

Jefferson ‎(challenges)‎

Lecture 3- What were the causes, course, and consequences of the War of 1812? Madison Administration.Textbook references Chapter 9 (pages 273- 280.)

Monroe Administration

Monroe Administration

Lecture 5- What happened to cause the realignment of the political party system-- birth of the 2nd two party system? Election 1824 and Election of 1828. Focus on the role of Andrew Jackson.Textbook references Chapter 10 (pages 302-304, pages 308- 310,) Chapter 11 (pages 313- 332.)

Sectionalism, Political Realignment, Jackson

Sectionalism, Political Realignment, Jackson

Lecture 6- What was the political legacy of the Age of Jackson? Examine the administrations of Van Buren, Harrison, and Tyler. Textbook References Chapter 11 (pages 332-338.)